Topology Optimization Using Parabolic Aggregation Function with Independent-Continuous-Mapping Method

Table 2

The distribution of the independent continuous topological design variables in the optimal topology structure of the short cantilever beam.

Value of design variables	𝑡=𝑡min	𝑡min<𝑡<0.1	0.1≤𝑡<0.2	0.2≤𝑡<0.3	0.3≤𝑡<0.4	0.4≤𝑡<0.5
Number of the elements	817	3	38	54	54	55
Value of design variables	0.5≤𝑡<0.6	0.6≤𝑡<0.7	0.7≤𝑡<0.8	0.8≤𝑡<0.9	0.9≤𝑡<1.0	𝑡=1.0
Number; of the elements	75	80	12	0	0	12